The Veterans Service Center (VSC) serves as a vital resource hub, offering a wide array of program services designed to facilitate the seamless transition of military personnel from active duty to civilian life. Committed to supporting our nation’s heroes at every stage of their journey, the VSC provides comprehensive assistance to military personnel, veterans, and their families across various crucial areas. Our dedicated team offers personalized guidance and support to navigate the complexities of post-military life, ensuring access to essential resources and opportunities for success.
From career development initiatives and educational assistance to specialized mental health programs and housing support, the VSC is steadfast in its mission to empower and uplift those who have bravely served our country. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by veterans and their families, we stand ready to provide unwavering support and advocacy, fostering a community of resilience and camaraderie.
At BVSJ, our veteran service center is a beacon of support, tailored specifically to meet the needs of all veterans, no matter their race or gender, and their families. From personalized guidance through the intricacies of civilian life to specialized veterans programs spanning housing, healthcare, education, and employment, our center is dedicated to providing comprehensive assistance. We pride ourselves on offering access to crucial resources, fostering a sense of camaraderie through peer support, and advocating tirelessly for our veterans’ rights and interests. With a steadfast commitment to holistic wellness and community engagement, we empower our veterans to thrive by offering not just services, but a family of support to ensure they flourish in every aspect of their lives beyond the military.
Homeless Veterans Reintegration Programs are initiatives supported by the United States Department of Labor to recruit, assess, counsel, train, and place homeless veterans into employment in all five boroughs of New York City. BVSJ places special emphasis on supportive retention of veterans and provides this service regardless of gender identity, size of family unit or criminal justice history. The project also serves veterans who are HIV+ and refers veterans to housing. We are confident that our veterans service center will positively help all veterans as they transition into a new life.
At BVSJ we provide and specialize in a wide range of services tailored to the unique needs of our veterans and their families. Our offerings include:
Job Placement: Connecting veterans with meaningful employment opportunities that align with their skills and aspirations.
Vocational Training: Offering specialized training programs to enhance veterans’ skill sets and broaden their career prospects.
Resume Development: Assisting veterans in crafting compelling resumes that showcase their experiences and qualifications effectively.
VA Benefits Counseling: Providing personalized guidance and advocacy to ensure veterans access the benefits they are entitled to with the utmost ease.
Interview Attire: Equipping veterans with professional attire to help them make a confident and lasting impression during job interviews.
Transitional and Permanent Housing Placement: Facilitating smooth transitions by securing safe and stable housing arrangements for veterans and their families.
Transportation for Job Interviews: Removing transportation barriers by arranging transportation for veterans to attend crucial job interviews.
Employment Workshops and Job Club: Offering informative workshops and a supportive job club environment to enhance veterans’ job search skills and foster networking opportunities.
Incarcerated Veterans Transitional Program: Provides employment training, case management support and job placement to formerly incarcerated and chronically unemployed veterans at an average hourly wage of $18 per hour.
Veterans Court (Brooklyn, NY) and Veterans Residence (Brooklyn,NY) – developments that provide low-income, permanent housing for veterans and their families upon release from the NYC shelter system. Veteran residents may also be granted residence to prevent entry into the New York City shelter system.
For an appointment please contact:
HVRP1 Employment Specialist: (718)852-6004 Ext. 252
HVRP1 Job Coach: (718)852-6004 Ext. 269
Or email us at: hvrp1@bvsj.org
RELEVANT LINKS: DD214 | Veterans Benefits Online Application
Our Veterans Action Group is a voluntary association of veterans from various walks of life that are connected to our organization. Some are clients of our organization, others are board members, a couple are former employees and a few are community volunteers and donors to the organization. Through the Veterans Action Group, we provide the following community building initiatives entirely free of charge to members of the New York City Community.
The Veterans Action Group also leverages relationships with partners and top-notch experts to provide free educational seminars on: establishing a business, applying for a street vendor’s license, the basics of retirement planning, purchasing your first home, mental health maintenance” and completing the 2010 census form.
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BVSJ is dedicated to helping individuals and communities throughout NYC rise from poverty, exit homelessness and live a healthy life.
BVSJ’s Housing Department has developed an extensive portfolio of diverse housing opportunities for veterans and marginalized New Yorkers.
The New York City Council has created a unique partnership linking labor unions, community groups and a network of respected workforce providers to mobilize efforts that will benefit job seekers, the under-employed and the unemployed New Yorkers.
In partnership with The Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Program, BVSJ provides services to meet the needs of Veterans and their families through outreach, suicide prevention services, connection to VA and community resources.
